Overwintering guide
How to overwinter phlox of sheep annual phlox
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills phlox of sheep annual phlox in winter
Cutting phlox of sheep annual phlox hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
More phlox of sheep annual phlox care
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Overwintering phlox of sheep annual phlox — FAQ
Does phlox of sheep annual phlox need to come indoors for winter?
Phlox of Sheep Annual Phlox is hardy to roughly USDA zone 2 — winter lows around -46°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Phlox of Sheep Annual Phlox is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move phlox of sheep annual phlox for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water phlox of sheep annual phlox in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills phlox of sheep annual phlox over winter?
Cutting phlox of sheep annual phlox hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.